The Expectant

<p><i>The Expectant</i> a captivating novel by Ellen Pickering transports readers to the heart of Victorian England where secrets and mysteries lurk beneath the surface of aristocratic life. Set against a backdrop of grand estates and societal expectations the story unfolds with a blend of gothic suspense and historical romance.</p> <p>The novel centers on a young woman who finds herself entangled in a web of family secrets and hidden agendas. As she navigates the complexities of love and duty she uncovers dark truths that challenge everything she thought she knew. Pickering's skillful storytelling weaves together elements of mystery romance and social commentary offering a compelling glimpse into the lives and mores of the time. With its intricate plot and richly drawn characters <i>The Expectant</i> is a must-read for fans of historical fiction and classic literature. Discover a world where appearances can be deceiving and the past holds the key to the future.</p><p>This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work was reproduced from the original artifact and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore you will see the original copyright references library stamps (as most of these works have been housed in our most important libraries around the world) and other notations in the work.</p><p>This work is in the public domain in the United States of America and possibly other nations. Within the United States you may freely copy and distribute this work as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.</p><p>As a reproduction of a historical artifact this work may contain missing or blurred pages poor pictures errant marks etc. Scholars believe and we concur that this work is important enough to be preserved reproduced and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.</p>